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The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
The Vicaksbuln-g Monument.

Saturday, June II, the monument erected
in honor of Louisiana's soldiers, who fell in
defense of Vicksburg, was dedicated. The
monument is beautiful piece of work and
that are the words, Dedicated june llth.
1887 y on the right hand are the words: "To
the Louisianians who Died in Defence of
Vicksburg, 1862 and 1868" )" and on the left hand
side, "By their surviving Comrades" and on
the rear side is engraved, ain Life, the Shock
of Battle In Deaths Sleep, Peace and End
less Fame"
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Our DEVIL ON WHEELs.-Many of
our readers are not aware of the fact
that our devil-Jo-has provided him
self with first-class bicycle. Hav ing
been under training for sometime, and
having learned to control his equilibri-
um on the two-wheeled roadster fairly
well, he concluded to make trial trip
of his proficiency and speed. On last
Monday morning he struck ont for the
Argus Office in Washington. He sped
out of town like creased light ming, dis
taneed many buggies along the route,
blew blast of defiance to each slow
vehicle as he went scudding along,
frightened the cows along the way
worse than if he had been a huge loco
motive, drew all the little darkies out
from their cabins as he passed along
with more amazement than if they had
seen the elephant going ON madly with
this velocity until he reached the long
bridge over the Carron, when he struck
the corner of plank which capsized
him about ten feet IN the air, Nothin G
abashed and not hurt, he mounted the
thing again, crossed the bridge lei
surely, Increasing his momentum as he
went, until he reached the down grade
of deep hillside when his yelo'
city became so great that pedestrians
on the line fed in terror from our Sly
ing devil" whose hatless head and up.
light hair looked like the mists of morn
rng haloing the rising sun. The utmost
excitement prevailed among the citi.
zens of Washington as they watched
the receding phantom. Suddenly il
vanished; the alarmed people went tt
investigate the phenomenon, when 10
there came forth from q mud hole oul
lmadcap devil, looking almost the pic.
ture of old Satan himself. We learned
this issue of JOS ride on his bicycle from
perfectly reliable source, although HI
says it is a dar-d lie.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
Bucllen,s Avnica &alve.

The best aalve in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, cilapped hands, clilblains
corns and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cnres piles, or nu pay required.
Ii il guaranteed TO give perfect salts
faetisnl, OF money refunded. Price 25c
per box. For sale by N P.Young s. Co.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

We acknowledge the receipt of an
Invitation To attend the exhibition and
distribution of prizes at the Convent Of
the Immaculate Conception on the Goth
iElst.
Also an invitation to attend the Man
haitian EN-. Z. College commencement,
which took place at the Academy of
Music, June oath, at 3 p. N.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Watermelons have been on our mar
ket for several days past. With water
Millions, roassen ears and fat coons,' the
Old plantation darkey is as happy as a
MIC III clover
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
A Mid. wife Of Iona Experieace Writes

to mothers. In every case that have used
ii, the labor pains have been less, and the
mother left in good condition to recover.
Ladies interested in the above, by address
ing the Bradfeld Regulator Co., Atlanta, Ga,
can have u BOOK mailed them free of cost,
containing full particulars.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
NO. 80.
of the Police aTuPy.
CALL MEETING.
OPELousAs. La. .Jnna %. 1

oPELoUsAs, La, june 90, 1887.
The Police Jury met pursuant to a call.
rodin, E. Dubuisson, Sam Haas, Louis Young
and Mr.. Martin Caron, the newly appointed
member for the Sth Police Jury Ward.
The President explained the purpose of the
meeting, which was to create voting precincts
and polling places in the remaining portions
Mr.. Dubuisson offered the following: Re-
solved, that there is no occasion for the Police
Jury to fix any polling places. the returning
officer having the authority to perform that
function since the year 1882. Carried.
Voting for. Dubuisson, Young and Psrro-
din. Against. Haas and Carron.
Mr.. Young moved to adjourn till the regu.
lar meeting. Carried.
ALBERT GUIDRY,
Attest President.
p j. LEFEByRE, Clerk
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Bro. Boissat Of the Alexandra Dem
0cEat aays thai he proposes to join the
Press Association and attend it's next
meeting Glad to hear it. Bring your
confrere of the Town Talk along, and
IND premise TO assist him in engrafting
III p1ore substantial business feature up-
on the Association feature which,
with the proverbiaI shiftlessness of the
average newspaper man, has been too
much neglected thus far.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
An Important Invention.

Mr.. @. H. Gentry a mechanic of this
place has secured patent for very
simple and effective propeller, which
can be applied to any kind of vessel.
This propeller has many advantages
over all appliances now used, for the
propulsion of vessels. Can be raised OF
lowered, so that it will at all times work
the proper depth in the water, whether
the vessel is light or heavily loaded
Is direct acting, presenting d vast
amount of surface impinging against
the water, in the direction Of the appli-
cation of power; in the reverse direc-
tlon there is little or no resistance. The
engine has no reversing gear, bat runs
continually in one direction. The pro-
peiier is under the complete control oi
the pilot, who can instantly reverse the
vessels motion without having to sig-
nal to the engineer or interfering in
any way with the engine, which can
continue to run up to its rated speed.
we have read an opinion, as to the
the merits of the mechanical principles
OF the invention by Messrs Knight
Brothers, No. 234 Broadway, N. T.,
who are mechanical experts. They as
sure MIR. Gentry that his invention is
correct in principle and advise him to
give it his careful attention.
Mr.. Gentry is resident Of our town
and q young man of pronounced inven-
tive genius. The improved propeller
which he has invented and obtained a
patent for, has been decided by compe-
tent mechanical experts to be construct
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Queen Victoria's Jubilee OH the 2lst
inst, in London and other British cities,
10 celebrating The fftieth year of her
majesty's reign, was grand and nota-
ble affair. II wns said fn have eclipsed
any demonstration of the kind that ever
took place in England.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

AS the next annual session of the Su-
pzsnse Court will open here on the 4th
Of Jnly next, we take this opportunity
of reminding attorneys and litigants
hating business before this tribunal
that We have every facility for doing
brief printing in a satisfactory manner
and at low rates, and will allow fair
reduction from regular rates on all or
deFs handed IN before the first of July.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Three mad dogs have been killed in
the vicinity of our town during the past
week. What about the town ordinance
requiring tax to be paid on dogs?
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
Taken Up as an Estray.

ID brown Creole PONY with star in the
forehead, and branded on the left shoulder.
fac simile of the brand can be seen at this
Office. The owner is requested to come for
ward, prove property, pay charges and take
him away.
June ii, '57-5t. HENRY GALLIEN.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

The Opelousas Social Clnb, literary
department, will have q debate tonight
Ut their hall. Tho question will be !:
wild the passage Of prohibition be Of
benefit to our country ~
Thisclnb have in preparation choice
comedy which win be presented some
time ii july as soon they get their new
stage scenery.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

If you want to keep up with the FASH
ion, visit Washington Springs on Sum
day next. Everybody will be there.
Music BY the Corona Orchestra for
DANCING.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

FoR RENT.-A small comfortable res
idence with two acres of land inclosed,
in Opelousas, will be rented very low if
applied for soon. Apply at this Office.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Blank liens, for advances of supplies
by merchants, for sale of this Office.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

WEATHER AND FARM.-A general and
much needed rain fell for several hours
on last Tuesday, and the crops of old
est corn may now be considered o
safe. The rain fell slowly but contin-
uously and the greater part of it was
absorbed by the soil, without leaving
it in packed condition as in the case
of hard beating showers.
The cotton that is clean and plough
ed out, and the late corn will also grow
vigorously now, with the stimulating
rays of the warm june sun. Some
planters are backward in, cleaning and
plonghing their late cotton. They will
have to hurry up or the grass aud weeds
willsake them. Time is precious now
and not moment should be lost in put
ting all the crops in good condition for
rapid growing. Ali wide-awake far
mers have bsen quite busy putting out
the remainder Of their sweet potato
vines since the recent rain, and large
crop of these succulent tnbers will
doubtless be made. Our planters are
all in good spirits and are working for
large harvests this fall. So mote it be.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Charlton is still spreading rapidly in St.
ever, the disease is cured The police jury 10
considering means of disposing of the bodies of
dead stock. There arc two schemes advanc-
ed--burning and burial
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Washington Springs il now the fash
ionable resort. The Corona Orchestra
win furnish music for dancing on Sun
day next.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
JUDICIAL NOTICES
NOTICE OF TABLEAU.
District Coart Parish of 81. Landry, No. 47a7.
Estate OF WATson BrHM.

ESTATE OF WATson BIHM.
Whereas. Julian Bihm, of the parish Of
st. Landry, administrator of the above en-
titled estate. has filed tableau of classifca-
ton and distribution of funds of said estate,
accompanied by his petition praying for the
homOlogation Of the same
And whereas, notice of fling of said peti-
ton and tableau has been ordered BY an err
der of court bearing date June II, 1887. :.
Now, therefore, notice is hereby given to ell
persons interested to make opposition TO said
tableau, in writing, at my Office in the town
of 0pelonsas, within the time required by ia W.
and con6rmed
~, JAMES o. CHACHERE,.
June lS. 1886. Clerk.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

We hear it rumored that there are to
be several marriages among our young
people in the near future.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

The peach crop Is reported to be q
failure in this parish on account of
worms and rot.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

The governor has appointed Mr.. Mar
tin Carron, of Faquetaique, police juror
for the 6th ward of st. Landry parish.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

FoR RENT.-A business stand and
residence near the railroad depot. APP
ply at this Office.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Figures can't lie, especially when
backed up BY quality both yoil get at
Flynn's ID Washington.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

Blank forms for use of merchants,
notaries, Justices Of the Peace, etc, for
sale ia any quantities at this ottice.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

On all roads and at all times men fol :
low in focks to Flynn's in Washington
so do the ladies'.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
Taken an as a1a Esaas

pY the undersigned, on Bayon C9uFtableau
AD near Port Barre a bay Creole, PONY, nm
broken, about years old, with black ms se
and tail and branded on right thigh lfas ST.
mile of brand can be seen at this oficel. The
owner is requested to come forward, prove
prove property, pay charges and take him
away. SAM JONES,
Je e25 '87-5t Port Barre p. o.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

DRAMATIC.-On last Saturday night
Perrodin's Hall was crowded to its ut
most capacity to witness the rendition
of the aLady of Lyons by the talented
amateurs of the Merry makers Club of
Grand Coteau. Without going into de-
tail, We would say that all Of the young
ladies and genfleni0n were well up 10
their parts, showing q fine caaeantian
of their roles, and that the piece went
off smoothly to tile close. Now and then
there was little foo much emotion and
then not quite enough, but this was to
be expected in non professionals, and
therefore calls for no hypercritical COM
ment. The stage settings and accesso-
ries were insufficient and did not aid in
illustrating the play or to ieighten the
glamour of the foot lights. This was
a decided drawback to striking pre-
sentation, which, otherwise, would
have given the plucky amateurs a
stronger support in carrying difficult
plot to more forcible solution. They
did we'll and highly entertained the au-
dience. bat with more study and better
stage scenery they can and viii do bet
ter.
The Social Club of Opelousas have
leased Perrodin's Hall, and have order
ed all of the necessary scenery and ac-
cessories for the stage. When these i'm
prOvements are made the dramatic en-
tertainments will be more interesting.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25
For Hlisfrfct .Vaaalge.

We are authorized to announce u. l. IAN
SEY, Esq, as q non-political candidate for
Judge of ,he 18th Judicial District, compos ed
Of the parishes of st. Landry and Acadia, at
the next election.
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25

The unblic school exhibition of Miss
Maggie Smith took place last Friday
evening on the C0teau, some three miles
east Of opelonsas. From persons who
were present, we learn that the pupils
acquitted themselves in q very credit
able manner throughout all Of the e1-
ercises, evincing' d careful training and
proficiency in their studies. and reflect
ing honor upon themselves and the com
petent instruction of their teacher.
There was al abundance Of nice refresh
ments served TO the visitors, which were
contributed BIZ the patrons Of the school,
4 nice collation. of which we acknoWi-
edge at this Office.
The good people Of that neigh hborll0Od
do nothing by halves. Within the past
few months they have bnilt roofny
and comfortable sehoolhouse, one OF the
patrons donating the land and the others
bought lumber and erected the build
fnQ. This ill the right spirit and should
animate all nsighborhoods. 4 good
school is q sine qsft1 non 10 every well
regulated community Let other sec
lions 81 our parish follow Ibis verify
example:
Il. IS. Ghacher6, at the old Bank
House, can furnish 4 good lunch, or \
sunara meal. Or comfo lodging ~
szk.a
The Opelousas courier., 1887-06-25


PERSONAL. MIR. Homer Barrousse,
the enterprising and prosperous Church
Point merchant, was III town on last
Monday. He reported crops good but
needed rain. The rain came on Tues
day, and We feel assured our Church
Point friends will, as usual, make fine
crops.
The Rev. Father Eby's residence, at
Church Point, will soen be finished. 1t
will be commodious and comfortable
dwelling.
Mr.. Eugene Bloch, sou of our leading
merchant, Mr. DOS. Bloch, returned home
ON last Monday evening from the Wash
iDgton and Lee University, at Lexing-
ton, Va, to spend bis vacation with bis
parents.
Messrs. Henry Il. Garland, .Jr, and
Charles W. Lewis, who havo been at
tending lectures at the Law University
iii New Orleaus returned home last
week. They are both looking we'll.
Mr. j. b. Bergeron, OF ArnaudvilIe,
gave us pleasant call last Wednesday
Mr.. Bergeron reports q steady growth
DC Ills little town, and says that his sec
tien is on the high road to prosperity,
with the most fattering prospects ahead
for good crops of all kinds this year.
Mr.. b. was, accompanied BY young
Guidroz, d very intelligent deaf-mute
from the same town. who has been fol
several years a pupil at the excellent
state Institution for the education Of
tie deaf and dumb at Baton Rouge.
and where he acquired, besides q rudi-
msntary education, considerable profi-
cheney III tho art preservative.
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-11-30

The sudden declenson of the mercury satur-
day caused the freezing and bursting OF the steam
pipes in a number of the shops. and as, a conse.
quence the men and guards had to SILVER Mon
day until they were repaired.
Among the numerous visitors at our Thanks.
giving services we noticed Prof. S. S. Taylor,
superintendent of schools, St.sPaul Miss Gilman,
st. Cloud; Mrs. VIC. Seward. Miss Fry, Mr.. and
Mrs. Lndholm Misses Laura and Jessie Lind
holm. vede aud Bessie Shepherd Stella May,
Dode Malloy, Drucilla Smithson, the Misses Paul
son, Mrs. McMulien and daughter, Mesdames j.
H. Albert; Levi Proctor, E. II. Jones, Henrietta
Boutwell,, VIM. Bromley. Stordock. West5y and
Shedd, Mrs. Colligan and daughters. Mrs. McKeen,
Mrs. DIR. Cain and family. Miss Cover. Mrs. F. H.
Card Miss Hopkins. Miss Hefern, Miss Eline An
derson Miss McCauley, Miss Hebinsrreet Mr.. p.
Bennett, Mrs. Mary A. B. Hunt, Miss Mildred
Stordock. Misses NJ. Rebecca and Alma Westby,
Miss Rose E. Carpenter. city. and Mrs Nellie Ran
son. Minneapolis:
The prison mirror. [volume] (Stillwater, Minn.) 1887-1894, 1887-11-30
LOCAL PICKINGS.

&c. H. Carlson and son, Red Wing, were the
guests of Deputy Westby. Tuesday.
The thermometer at the gate registered 90
degrees below zero Monday morning
There were two arrivals Sunday from Warren,
Marshall county, one for one year and one for
five.
Mrs. Francis Tomb and Mrs. Chapelle St.
Paul. came over to attend our Thanksgiving
vices.
A. w. Rowe formerly usher at the prison. is
back from a trip up north and called at our sane.
-tum yesterday.
Miss May Card visitor at the prison
Friday, and made pleasant call at sanctum
and the library.
Quite a number of the visitors to the chapel
Thanksgiving inspected the library and MIRROR
office in the afternoon.
There is enough of the beautiful spread
over mother earth to make tolcrable sleighing
Our sleigh is being repaired.
Mrs. +. l. Gleeson Miss Mana B. Collins, Miss
Eta NJ. II. Mcbride, and Miss Mary l.. Weber
attended chapel services Sunday.
"A pair of ladies' No. +. rubber shoes were
left at the warden's Office Thanksgiving day. The
owner can have same by calling for them.
e f. Bliss, New York. one of our "old" sub.
scribers, accompanied by ID. II. Young received
spiritual consolation in the prison church Sun
day. -. .*
w. Paxton Little, New York. and Miss Lois F.
Sprague city. called at the library and MIRROR
Office Friday. The editor regrets that he was
"out."
There is vacant cot in Canary Row." one
IS ~
cage last Friday. May his wings never be clipped
again. .- rtt
Senator c. b. Buchanan, of Sank Rapids, ac-
cOmpaned by Mrs. H. III. Du Bots and Mrs. p. p.
ROLES, Minneapolis, paid visit to the prison
Tuesday "'" ''''
-G. M. Orr, st. Paul. and H. O. Peterson. Min
neapOlis in company of &c. II. Smith, of the Car
Co.. paid THE MIRROR Office and library
pleasant visit last week. -
1.-The engine and boilers all set. and as soon
as this dinamo arrives the electric light will
illupine the cell room. This will beat candles
with no wicks, Eth, Mr.. Kelly?
MIR. Clarence Cleophas of Iowa. brother-in-law
OF Warden Stordock. accompanied by his wife and
daughter. are visiting the warden, and were
o. present in the chapel Thursday. 81 Il
What is the difference between the constitu.
ton of the United States and THE PRISON MIR
ROR! One is by the people. for the people; the
other is by the convicts. for the convicts. lG6.
Frank ]. Meyst and wife. st. Paul, were the
guests Of Mr.. and Mrs. V. c. Seward Thanksgiving
and attended the services at the prison chapel
paying visit to the library and MIRROR at their
close. +.r-
sheriff Anderson, of Red Wing. ate his
Thanksgiving turkey with Deputy westby
and spent the day examining the prison and its
workings. with all of which he expressed his
Mrs. ID. A. Wellington and daughter Ora.
minneapolis, visited friends at the prison Satur
Gays A'splendid cabinet photo OF Dr;E A. A.
Ames now adorns the library, the present of Mrs.
w. to the librarian.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1887-08-02
Minor Notes.

E. W. Good, prominent travelling man of
Evansville, died suddenly yesterday from the
effects of a stroke of paralysis and the excessive
heat. He was sixty-six years of age.
Mrs. Catharine Ruckes, an aged lady living
with her niece, Mrs. Mary Wilson. in the suburbs
of Greensburg died yesterday. She formerly
resided at Martinsvile, Ind.
The Henry County Teachers Institute is in
sion at New Castle. The corps of instructors in
Guides some of the best educators in the State.
There are 125 teachers enrolled, and the session
promises to be one of the most interesting and
important ever held in the county.
Yesterday morning, while trying to throw
belt from a pully in Davis Bros mill at New
Castle, John Murray was caught in the belt and
thrown against the building with great force.
He was rendered insensible for time and
received severe injuries including sundry cuts
and bruises.
Two sons Of Silas Goodrich, aged seven and
ten. respectively, living eight miles north of
Columbia City, engaged in filling cartridges
from flask filled with powder A lighted
match fell into the flask, caused explosion,
and both boys were very badly burned. One
will die and the other lose his eyesight.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1887-08-02
A B. e. 0. VICTORY.
Justice Bradley Dissolves the Injunction
Against Building the Arthur Kill Bridge.

TRENTON, n. j., Aug 1.-The long-expected
decision of Justice Bradley, of the United States
Supreme Court, to the right of the Baltimore
& Ohio and Staten island Railroad Companies
to build bridge over the Arthur Kill, between
New Jersey and Staten Island was rendered to-
day. The injunction issued by the Chaneery
Court Of New Jersey restraining the companies
from constructing the bridge, is dissolved by
Justice Bradley, who holds that the ownership
by the State of the land under the water where
it is proposed to build the bridge
does not give the State power to
enjoin the erection of the structure when Con-
gress has expressly authorized the bridge to be
constructed The authority of Congress is SUI
preme in matters involving foreign inter-
state commerce. regardless of the consent
dissent of State. Where the question of
foreign and interstate commerce
cerned the States have existence.
The contention the part of the State
that the consent of the State must be
obtained, and compensation given for the land
required to be used is denied by Justice Bradley,
who declares that the law of eminent domain
cannot be invoked to Illustrate the supreme
power of the United States. especially where the
regulation of interstate commerce is concerned
No State annul a law passed by Congress.
The injunction is dissolved, Judge Nixon con-
CURED in the opinion